Poor Example

April 24, 1985|The Morning Call

To the Editor:

I just finished reading the article, "Northampton Ousts Gabryluk." I cannot believe what lengths people will go to just because their son was unable to play every minute of every game. Did they stop to think that there are boys that can play basketball better than their son? And then they have the audacity to complain to the school board. I don't feel this is setting good examples for our children, and it certainly makes our community look bad.

I do not know a lot about basketball, but my son is entering Northampton Middle School in the fall and he would like to be involved in the sports programs. If he is good enough to play, I will be proud ofhim, knowing he did it on his own. I refuse to be a parent who sits on the sideline and tells a coach how to play the game.

This past summer I had the opportunity to watch Mr. Gabryluk teach my son and other young boys the sport of basketball. My observations left me with a most positive attitude, knowing my son was being taught by a man with an obvious dedication and respect for the sport.

Now I would like to know if these young boys will still have the opportunity this summer. Will Mr. Haines, Mr. Gable, Mr. Tepes and Mr. Coyle be there with basketballs in hand ready to teach with as much dedication and know-how as Mr. Gabryluk did? I really hope so because I would hate to see the summer basketball leagues come to an end because of a few ignorant people.

Well, I am really appalled that such an injustice has been done. What really saddens me is that my son will never have the opportunity to have Mr. Gabryluk as his coach.